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  • Venue Eventim Apollo, London
  • Performance dates Booking to 6 January 2026
  • Running time 2 hours 20 minutes (including interval)
  • Age guidelines 12+

Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright - Tour Dates

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The stage production Inside No. 9: Stage/Fright, starring Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith, completed its UK tour with a final run at the Eventim Apollo in London from 2 to 6 January 2026.

Visitors searching for Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright tickets should note that the tour has now finished following its critically acclaimed run across the UK. Discover new and classic plays in London’s West End.

Following a sold-out West End run, the creators of the award-winning BBC series Inside No. 9 brought their unique blend of dark comedy, suspense and theatrical invention to stages around the UK with Stage/Fright.

Blurring the boundaries between comedy, horror and live theatre, the production delivered a night packed with twists, surprises and the distinctive storytelling style that has made the television series a cult favourite.

Inside No. 9: Stage/Fright was written by Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith, the creators of the BAFTA-winning BBC series Inside No. 9.

The stage production was directed by Simon Evans (Staged, A Day in the Death of Joe Egg), bringing the show’s distinctive tone of suspense and dark humour to life on stage.

Expect the Unexpected

Each performance of Inside No. 9: Stage/Fright featured brand-new material alongside unexpected theatrical moments, as Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith guided audiences through a series of strange and sinister encounters.

A unique feature of the show was the inclusion of a surprise celebrity ‘hostage’ guest star, joining the cast live on stage for each performance.

Guest appearances during the London run included:

  • Stephen Fry
  • Meera Syal
  • Matt Lucas
  • Tamsin Greig
  • Michael Sheen
  • Micky Flanagan
  • Lenny Henry

Inside No. 9 Stage /Fright London & Tour

The tour concluded with its London performances at the Eventim Apollo from 2 to 6 January 2026.

Discover More London Theatre

Although Inside No. 9: Stage/Fright has now finished its tour, there are many exciting plays, musicals and live shows currently performing across London and the West End. Explore what’s on stage now.

Welcome to a world of intrigue, as we invite you to step inside Number 9 for a theatrical experience like no other.

Expect the unexpected. From the eerie to the absurd, Inside Number 9 – Stage/Fright combines comedy and horror with a dramatic script that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Familiar characters and stories blend with brand new material by creators Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith.

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Stars and Creatives

Who is in the cast of Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright?

Starring Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith

Also stars Rebecca Bainbridge, Mark Extance, Gaby French, Miranda Hennessy, Bhav Joshi, Toby Manley, Sarah Moyle and Sophie Suddaby

Who are the creative team of Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright?

  • Created and written by Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith.
  • Tour Director David Frias-Robles
  • Director Simon Evans
  • Set Designer Grace Smart
  • Costume Designer Yves Barre
  • Lighting Designer Neil Austin
  • Sound Designer Ed Lewis
  • Choreographer Nicola Keen
  • Illusionist John Bulleid
  • Video & Projection Duncan McLean
  • Special Effects Dan Martin, Ryan O’Connor
  • Fight Director Bethan Clark
  • Composer Christian Henson and Ed Lewis
  • Casting Director Anna Cooper CDG

Important Notes

Content warning:This production includes blackouts, sudden loud noises, gunshots, flashing lights and use of pyrotechnics.

Venue Information

Eventim Apollo , 2 Queen Caroline Street, London, W6 9QH

Nearest Tube or Train: Hammersmith (District, Piccadilly, Circle, Hammersmith & City)

Nearest Buses: 190, 211, 290, 295, N11, N33, 72, N72, 533, N97

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Critics' reviews of Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright

★★★★★ “A thrilling ride that shouldn’t be missed” Radio Times

★★★★★ “Absurdly entertaining. There’s simply nothing like it” Mail on Sunday

★★★★ "Another wildly clever, madly innovative and suddenly moving show" - The Financial Times

★★★★ "Slick chills in Shearsmith and Pemberton’s creepy West End comedy" - The Guardian

★★★★ "Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith prove their mettle with an evening that gives the audience a good laugh – and a valuable fright" - The Telegraph

★★★★ "Wickedly funny" - What's On Stage

★★★★ "When the jokes hit they explode like comedy warheads" - Daily Express

Also see: Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright Reviews Round-up

Frequently Asked Questions

Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright is playing at the Eventim Apollo in London
The running time of Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright is 2 hours 20 minutes (including interval)
The age recommendations for Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright are: 12+
Yes, Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright has matinee performances on the following days:
No, sorry, Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright has now completed its run and is no longer on sale.

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